This chilled Spanish soup is the ultimate summer refresher. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and sweet peppers, it offers a bright, tangy flavor profile without any cooking required. The texture is smooth yet slightly chunky, allowing you to taste the fresh vegetables. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly light and hydrating, making it an ideal starter for a light lunch or a palate-cleansing side dish on a warm evening. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this vibrant, healthy bowl in minutes. ItâÂÂs simple, satisfying, and naturally vegan, proving that the best meals often require the least effort.
Quick Gazpacho For One
Description
This chilled Spanish soup is the ultimate summer refresher. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and sweet peppers, it offers a bright, tangy flavor profile without any cooking required. The texture is smooth yet slightly chunky, allowing you to taste the fresh vegetables. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly light and hydrating, making it an ideal starter for a light lunch or a palate-cleansing side dish on a warm evening. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this vibrant, healthy bowl in minutes. ItâÂÂs simple, satisfying, and naturally vegan, proving that the best meals often require the least effort.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel and seed 2 ripe tomatoes, then chop them roughly.
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Finely dice 2 tablespoons of celery, 1/3 cup of seedless cucumber, and 1/4 cup of sweet green pepper.
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Mince half a clove of garlic and slice 2 green onions.
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Place the tomatoes, tomato juice (1/3 cup), celery, garlic, half of the cucumber, half of the green pepper, and half of the green onions into a blender or food processor.
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Add a dash of hot pepper sauce and a pinch of salt.
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Pulse the mixture until the vegetables are finely chopped but not completely pureed, retaining some texture.
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Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the remaining cucumber, green pepper, and green onions.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the soup to chill thoroughly.
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Serve cold in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 369.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 44.3g69%
- Saturated Fat 27.1g136%
- Cholesterol 115.6mg39%
- Sodium 51.7mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.9g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 6.9g
- Protein 3.7g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best flavor, use ripe, in-season tomatoes. If using very juicy tomatoes, you may reduce the added tomato juice.
This gazpacho is best served immediately after chilling. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Adjust the amount of hot pepper sauce to suit your heat preference. A splash of sherry vinegar or lemon juice can add extra brightness.
